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Looking for something unique and interesting to do in Little Rock? How about a cooking class at Eggshells Kitchen Company? The very best local chefs come into Eggshells to teach you how to make a signature dish of theirs. Recent classes included a fresh pasta class with Scott McGehee, restaurateur of Zaza, Big Orange, and Local Lime and a chicken and dumplings class from Matt Bell of the fabulous new South on Main.

The next class available is on September 9th at 6pm and sounds like a deliciously-fun good time! John Masching of 1620 Savoy will be teaching participants how to make his mouth-watering diver scallops with Sofrito, Jalapeno, Oyster Mushroom, Asparagus, Hollandaise Sauce and Bacon Lardons. Sounds just divine, right?

You will be offered a glass of wine with this class and all the free water you can drink. You are also welcome to bring any beverage you wish to enjoy during your lesson and the subsequent eating frenzy.

You can sign up for the class at Eggshell’s Website and the cost is $50 per person. Why not combine a great nights getaway with your favorite guestroom at The Empress? Call us for all the room details and other great ideas to make this a really special getaway! 501-374-7966.

What does Little Rock have in common with Pittsburg, Providence and Long Beach? All of these cities were included in Yahoo’s “Ten Unexpectedly Romantic U.S. Cities. Other cities lauded were: Minneapolis, Cleveland, Lanai City, Sacramento, Salt Lake City and Washington D.C.

Little Rock is proud to be among such company, and The Empress of Little Rock is proud to be listed as one of the top things to do in one of the top unexpectedly romantic cities! Yahoo! Travel’s Melissa Burdick Harmon says of the historic bed and breakfast “Arrive early at the posh, Victorian-style Empress of LIttle Rock Hotel, for a couple’s massage, some downtime in the garden, and maybe a carriage ride along tree-lined streets and past the Governor’s Mansion”.

Want to know more Little Rock Landmarks mentioned for an unforgettable romatic getaway? It was suggested that visitors try Ciao Italian Restaurant, 1620 Savoy and The William J. Clinton Library and Museum. You can see the article from Yahoo! Travel here. The Empress would also like to suggest a hike up Pinnacle Mountain, a visist to Cedar Falls at Mount Petit Jean or a drive along Arkansas’ backroads to enjoy the amazing fall foliage. Check out Packages from The Empress that includes these favorites, such as the Gone With the Wind Package, Valentines Day Packages or the Romantic Waterfall Package.